DJS Youth Recreation Specialist I | Maryland Department of Juvenile Services

 

DJS Youth Recreation Specialist I
Location: Cheltenham, MD
Recruitment Number: 24-002622-0002
Salary: $44,704 - $71,108
Closing Date: September 20, 2024

This position assumes primary responsibility for developing and implementing the Center’s recreation program in accordance with the objectives, policies, and responsibilities of the Department. This position is responsible for the order, care and safety of youth. This position will provide a variety of recreational experiences designed to help participants develop a better awareness of personal care, health, fitness, and general self-esteem.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate acceptable to the Maryland State Board of Education as described in the Maryland Correctional Training Commission regulation.

Experience: One year of experience supervising the recreational activities of children or youth in a recreation center, fitness center or school setting.

Notes:

1. The above educational requirement is set by the Maryland Correctional Training Commission in accordance with the Correctional Services Article, Section 8-209, Annotated Code of Maryland.

2. Candidates may substitute possession of an Associate of Arts degree from an accredited college or university in a recreational program such as Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies; Sports and Fitness Administration or Health and Physical Education or 60 credit hours with 30 credit hours in the required areas for the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Recreation Aid and Assistant classifications or Recreation Aid Assistant specialty codes in the Social Science, Psychology and Welfare field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications. 

• Candidates who have at least six months of experience working with youth within the Department of Juvenile Services (or similar agency). 
• Candidates who have experience documenting information in a logbook pertaining to the participation level, number of hours participated and type of recreational activity performed by the youth. 
• Candidates who have experience with de-escalation techniques working with the youth.